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Title: Lavengro: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavengro
Credits: Transcribed from the 1911 John Murray edition, by David Price
Summary: "Lavengro: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest" by George Borrow is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of identity and cultural diversity through the lens of its main character, a scholar, who intersects with various individuals, including a gypsy and a priest. The narrative delves into Borrow's experiences as a wanderer and seeker of knowledge, while also highlighting the colorful landscapes and characters of the British Isles. The beginning of "Lavengro" introduces us to the origins of its narrator, who reflects on his family's background and the influences that shaped his identity. The chapters present a vivid portrayal of his early life, touching on his father's military career, the struggles of his mother as a widow, and the contrasting personalities between himself and his more charismatic brother. Through anecdotes, such as encounters with an old Jew, and brief adventures in nature, we see the tender beginnings of a keen observer who will soon grow attached to the Gypsies and their way of life. The opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of memory, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor: Knapp, William I. (William Ireland), 1835-1908
EBook No.: 23287
Published: Nov 1, 2007
Downloads: 158
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Romanies -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Lavengro: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavengro
Credits: Transcribed from the 1911 John Murray edition, by David Price
Summary: "Lavengro: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest" by George Borrow is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of identity and cultural diversity through the lens of its main character, a scholar, who intersects with various individuals, including a gypsy and a priest. The narrative delves into Borrow's experiences as a wanderer and seeker of knowledge, while also highlighting the colorful landscapes and characters of the British Isles. The beginning of "Lavengro" introduces us to the origins of its narrator, who reflects on his family's background and the influences that shaped his identity. The chapters present a vivid portrayal of his early life, touching on his father's military career, the struggles of his mother as a widow, and the contrasting personalities between himself and his more charismatic brother. Through anecdotes, such as encounters with an old Jew, and brief adventures in nature, we see the tender beginnings of a keen observer who will soon grow attached to the Gypsies and their way of life. The opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of memory, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor: Knapp, William I. (William Ireland), 1835-1908
EBook No.: 23287
Published: Nov 1, 2007
Downloads: 158
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Romanies -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.